"Apologize to him? He injured my bodyguard, and I have to apologize to him? Is there any justice in this world!"
Zheng Jie, regaining her senses, had a ferocious expression. She glanced disdainfully at Er Zhu, her anger growing even fiercer!
Zheng Jie had never been so humiliated in her life. The thought of her apologizing to this nouveau riche was out of the question!
*Slap!*
Another resounding slap landed, instantly making the other side of Zheng Jie's face red. Her head buzzed, and stars danced before her eyes!
"If I tell you to apologize, just do it quickly. He is a distinguished guest of our Zheng family!"
Zheng Chengbin, with a tightly furrowed brow, glared at Zheng Jie through gritted teeth.
To him, this was a minor issue. As long as Zheng Jie apologized, and he smoothed things over with a few words, it would be over. But if this girl refused to apologize, she would have thoroughly offended Wang Er Zhu!
Although Zheng Chengbin was not entirely clear on the depth of Er Zhu's relationship with Liu Lianliang, he could tell from Liu Lianliang's tone that the elder liked this junior very much!
The Zheng family's ability to lord it over Guangyuan County relied on Liu Lianliang. Therefore, he absolutely would not allow anything that could damage their relationship to occur!
Even if that person was his own precious daughter!
"I'm sorry, I was too willful. It was all my fault!"
Seeing her father's angry expression and feeling the burning pain on her side, Zheng Jie finally apologized reluctantly.
Despite apologizing, her eyes were filled with fury. In her heart, she had already sworn:
She would make this nouveau riche die!
"Mr. Wang, I am truly sorry for this incident. Please, for your young daughter's sake, spare her this once. After all, none of you were injured, right?"
Seeing Zheng Jie apologize, Zheng Chengbin quickly hurried over, his face fawning as he spoke flattering words.
At the same time, the elder Sun and his wife, worried, happened to arrive. When they saw Zheng Chengbin bowing and scraping to Er Zhu, they thought they were dreaming!
Zheng Chengbin was the richest man in Guangyuan County. Usually, people fawned over him; when had he ever fawned over anyone else!
Elder Sun's gaze fell upon Zheng Jie, her cheeks red and swollen, and he was shocked beyond measure!
Miss Zheng had actually been hit!
Zheng Chengbin, because his benefactor had struck his prized daughter!
These successive shocks completely overturned Elder Sun's worldview. Elder Sun looked at his wife beside him, who was already so stunned she could barely stand.
"Old man, who exactly is this benefactor?"
Granny Sun, seeing the scene outside the door, also looked horrified, her eyes wide as she looked at her husband.
"I... I don't know. I heard he's the richest man in Willow Town..."
Looking at his confused wife, Old Man Sun didn't know how to answer for a moment. He kept scrutinizing Er Zhu, trying to discern something from him, but after a long time, he saw nothing.
"Forget it. Willow Town is so poor, even the richest man wouldn't warrant the Zheng family fawning over him like this. I feel like our benefactor is definitely no ordinary person. Old man, let's go back. Don't cause trouble for the benefactor."
As soon as Old Man Sun finished speaking, Granny Sun glared at him sharply and, while speaking, pulled him back towards the house.
No wonder the benefactor told them not to interfere; it turned out they simply didn't care about this matter!
Outside the door, the Zheng father and daughter did not see Old Man Sun and his wife. Er Zhu, however, did, and even overheard their conversation. But he paid no mind, as if they had never appeared.
"Alright, let's consider this matter settled. You can go back now."
Just as Zheng Chengbin was about to praise Er Zhu to the heavens, Er Zhu waved his hand impatiently and walked towards the house.
He wasn't an idiot. Standing outside listening to his nonsensical talk in the middle of the night, he could use that time to cultivate more.
"Mr. Wang, with your esteemed status, how can you possibly live here? Please do us the honor of staying at my home."
Seeing Er Zhu about to leave, Zheng Chengbin grabbed Er Zhu's wrist and, as he spoke, tried to usher him into his car.
His daughter had already offended Er Zhu once. This time, he absolutely had to serve Mr. Wang well!
Zheng Chengbin's eyes darted around. He was already thinking of hiring a few beauties to entertain Er Zhu.
"No need. I sleep quite well here. You should both go back quickly and don't disturb me."
While Zheng Chengbin was lost in his thoughts, Er Zhu had already shaken off his hand. Zheng Chengbin wanted to speak, but upon seeing Er Zhu's cold gaze, the words that had reached his lips were swallowed.
"Alright, then I'll come visit you in Willow Town when I have time, Mr. Wang. I'm truly sorry for what happened today. I will discipline this wayward daughter properly when I get back!"
Zheng Chengbin, having recovered his senses, did not insist. He bowed and apologized to Er Zhu again before watching Er Zhu enter the house.
"Go back and discipline your daughter properly. Disliking someone and wanting to kill them is truly unjust!"
Just as Liu Yan was about to enter the house, she suddenly seemed to remember something. Pointing at Zheng Jie, she warned sternly,
"Yes, yes, yes, young lady, you are absolutely right. Don't worry, I will discipline her strictly when I get back!"
Zheng Chengbin didn't know Liu Yan, but he could tell she was with Er Zhu, so he naturally dared not be disrespectful.
Liu Yan said nothing, merely glaring fiercely at Zheng Jie before running to catch up. Watching Liu Yan's retreating figure, a cold glint flashed in Zheng Jie's eyes, her fists clenched tightly!
"What are you looking at? Mr. Wang is not someone you can afford to provoke. Starting tomorrow, you will reflect on your actions at home!"
After seeing Er Zhu leave, Zheng Chengbin grabbed Zheng Jie, reprimanding her as he pulled her into the car.
He had never cared when she acted imperiously before, but this time was different. This Mr. Wang, though not as powerful as him, had a powerful backer!
The thought of Liu Lianliang sent a chill down Zheng Chengbin's spine, and his anger burned even hotter!
In the blink of an eye, dawn had broken. After breakfast, Er Zhu began signing contracts with the villagers. It was then that Old Man Sun stood up:
"Benefactor, let's not talk about shares between us. You provide for us, and we'll just ask for some pocket money."
Elder Sun's words fell into silence. Everyone looked at each other, not understanding what Elder Sun was trying to achieve.
"You saved our lives and are helping us get rich. Such great kindness is beyond repayment. Although this share is nothing to you, it is our way of showing a little gratitude."
Seeing everyone's bewildered expressions, Elder Sun cleared his throat and continued.
In truth, he did this first out of gratitude, but more importantly, he wanted to foster good relations with Er Zhu.
With Er Zhu as their backing, their lives in Lihua Village would only get better!